NEET MDS Shorts
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Oral Medicine
Beta2 agonists, such as albuterol, work by binding to beta2 receptors on the smooth muscles surrounding the airways, leading to relaxation of these muscles and bronchodilation, which helps alleviate the bronchospasm characteristic of an asthma attack.
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Public Health DentistryCustom-formed mouth protectors are made from impressions of the patient’s teeth and offer the best fit and protection. They are typically made by a dental professional and are more comfortable than stock or boil-and-bite mouthguards. While plastic molded and stock mouthguards are also available, custom-formed ones are considered superior in terms of protection and compliance.
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Oral PathologyIn the treatment of oral cancers, the fraction of total dose given in each appointment is typically around 150 rad.
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General PathologyOsteoclasts show abnormal function in conditions leading to multiple fractures, as they are responsible for bone resorption.
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PeriodonticsThe term "sounding" is associated with transgingival probing.
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AnatomyThe artery chiefly responsible for blood supply to the mandible is inferior alveolar artery
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RadiologyForeshortening of the radiographic image results when the central X-ray is perpendicular to the film but not to the object.
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Biochemistry
Enzymes are biological catalysts that increase the rate of chemical reactions
by lowering the activation energy required for the reaction to occur.
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ProsthodonticsWhen replacing right maxillary lateral incisor and canine, the abutments should be both central incisors and both right premolars. This provides cross-arch stabilization and adequate support for the two missing teeth. Using both central incisors distributes forces and provides better stability than using only the right central incisor.
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Oral SurgeryThe first sensation to be lost following administration of local anaesthetic is pain.